Our Lady of the Valley (Diocese of Paterson)
| Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Our Lady of the Valley |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth |
| Venerated Saints: | , |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Paterson |
| Deanery: | Wayne Deanery |
| Address: | 614 Valley Rd., Wayne, New Jersey 07470 |
| City: | Wayne, NJ |
| Subdivision: | New Jersey |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Passaic County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1960 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@ourladyofthevalley.org |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Paterson, located in Wayne, New Jersey. Dedicated to Our Lady of the Valley, the parish serves a suburban community in Passaic County.
Established in 1965, the parish was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, who continue to operate and staff the church. The current church building was dedicated on October 17, 1970.
The parish community seeks to emulate the values of compassion, education, and service embodied by its foundresses.
History
Our Lady of the Valley Parish was established in 1965 by the Diocese of Paterson in response to growth in the Wayne area.[1]
The first Mass was celebrated on September 19, 1965, at the parish's temporary location in a local school building.
Special features
- Annual Fall Festival and community events reflecting care for creation
- Ministries inspired by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth's charism, including service to the marginalized
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics, as is customary in dedicated churches. Specific details regarding the saints associated with these relics are not publicly documented in available sources.
Architecture
The church, dedicated in 1970, features design aimed at fostering reverence and community fellowship.
External features
- A large outdoor shrine to Our Lady of the Valley
- Beautifully landscaped grounds reflecting the parish's commitment to care for creation
Interior features
- Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Christ and the saints
- Statues of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton and Saint Katharine Drexel, patronesses of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth
Art and Devotional Features
Devotional elements focus on Our Lady of the Valley, reflecting her role as a symbol of hope and guidance.
Stained Glass Windows
- A stunning window depicting the Assumption of Mary
- Beautiful glasswork showcasing the life of Christ and the saints
Statues and Sculptures
- A large statue of Our Lady of the Valley in the main church
- Statues of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton and Saint Katharine Drexel, patronesses of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth
Other Artwork
- Beautiful mosaics reflecting the parish's commitment to care for creation
- Paintings depicting scenes from the life of Christ and the saints
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Related parishes
- Saint Mary Catholic Church (Wayne, New Jersey)
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church (Wyckoff, New Jersey)
External links
References
- ↑ "Our Lady of the Valley - Wayne". Roman Catholic Diocese of Paterson. https://www.patersondiocese.org/parishes/our-lady-of-the-valley-wayne/.